If I have a disability, what are my rights?
You have rights to protect you from discrimination. These rights cover areas including:
- employment
- education
- dealing with police
The Equality Act 2010 and the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2006) help to enforce, protect and promote your rights. An excellent source of information on current legislation can be found at GOV.UK.
You may also be able to get advice from the following agencies, particularly if you feel you are being discriminated against:
- a trade union
- your local law centre
- a citizen's advice centre
- a solicitor
Despite having my right leg amputated during treatment, I now travel the world playing wheelchair basketball. I fell in love with the sport when I went along to a roadshow and haven't looked back since! I felt so proud to have played for Team GB in three Paralympics. Amazing!Gaz